HGV Class 2 Airside Driver

Driver Hire Gatwick; Crawley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading driver recruitment agency is seeking a Class 2 Driver for Airport Operations in Crawley. The role involves operating specialist vehicles, ensuring safety protocols, and liaising with aviation teams. Candidates must hold a valid Class 2 licence, have at least one year of driving experience, and a reliable work history. This position offers a pay rate of £18 PAYE and weekly pay every Friday, with potential temp to perm opportunities for the right candidate.

Benefits

Weekly pay every Friday

Potential temp to perm opportunity

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid Class 2 (Category C) licence.
• 5 years of checkable work history is required.
• Minimum of 1 year's Class 2 driving experience.
• Must be able to pass a standard DBS check.

Responsibilities

• Drive specialised units like high loaders and cargo dollies.
• Transport air freight, pallets, and mail between warehouses and aircraft.
• Operate safely in a busy airside environment.
• Liaise with flight crews, ramp agents, and ground operations.

Skills

Class 2 driving experience

Reliability

Safety focus

Job description

Class 2 Driver - Airport Operations

Location: Airport-based

Shift Pattern: 5 on / 3 off (including early starts from 3:00am)

The Role

As a Class 2 Driver, you will be responsible for operating specialist airport vehicles and supporting flight operations, including:

• Driving specialised units such as high loaders for aircraft catering and cargo dollies
• Transporting air freight, pallets, and mail between secure warehouses and aircraft
• Operating safely within a busy airside environment
• Liaising with flight crews, ramp agents, and ground operations teams
• Ensuring all loads are handled in line with airport safety and security procedures

Requirements:

To be considered for this role, you must:

• Hold a valid Class 2 (Category C) licence
• Provide 5 years of checkable work history (airport security requirement)
• Have a minimum of 1 year's Class 2 driving experience
• Be able to pass a standard DBS check
• Be reliable, safety-focused, and able to work early mornings and shift patterns

Benefits

• Pay rate: £18 PAYE
• Weekly pay every Friday
• Potential temp to perm opportunity for the right candidate

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